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Swede’s Photographs

Among the Branches

I caught sight of a downy woodpecker (Picoides pubescens) perched high in a distant forest tree. These woodpeckers are somewhat elusive in this area, though I do occasionally get a close look at one in my backyard—although not recently.

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"The image portrays a serene scene where a downy woodpecker perches on a bare tree branch. The tree has minimal foliage, with just a few green leaves scattered on the branches. The woodpecker, though small and subtly blending into the natural surroundings, takes center stage amidst a backdrop of other tree trunks and a clear blue sky.' - Copilot
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"This image features a close-up of a downy woodpecker perched gracefully on a tree branch. The bird's striking black and white feathers are complemented by a vivid red patch on the crown of its head, giving it a dash of color. The tree branch is textured and speckled with patches of lichen, adding an organic charm to the scene. The blurred background ensures all focus remains on the woodpecker, which is the centerpiece of this composition. There’s a professional touch evident in this image, as it’s signed with "© Swede's Photographs" in the lower right corner. The balance of detail and simplicity in the shot creates an elegant display of nature’s beauty." - Copilot
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@Swede1952
Two much lower quality photos of downy woodpeckers (I think) in my yard this month.

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A downy woodpecker perches on the trunk of a bare tree. Foliage of other trees is visible in the background.
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A downy woodpecker sits on the branch of a bare tree. Bare branches of other trees are visible in the background.
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aka60643

@Swede1952 I feel lucky that they're common in our neighborhood and visit our yard regularly. During the colder months when I have suet feeders out, they're here every day.

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@aka60643

Other people write of them visiting their bird feeders frequently. I’ve never observed one at any of my feeders. I have seen them close by though. Just not often.

aka60643

@Swede1952 I only see them at suet feeders and have heard similar observations from others.

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@aka60643

I have a suet feeder out but haven't seen one there either.

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